For professionals: ASI Certification Level 1

REQUIRED SKILLS

The assessment for ASI Certification 1 is at a level that tests a candidate’s ability to perform the duties of a Commis Sommelier in most environments and to feel comfortable with national and international customers. ASI Certification 1 tests a sommelier’s broad general knowledge and skills in products, recipes, viticulture, winemaking, grape varieties, service etiquette, tasting protocol, inventory management, customer service, food and wine pairing, brands, etc.

FORMAT

The assessment is based on a written exam. The multiple-choice questions, which are basic in nature, cover a wide range of topics such as general knowledge of wine, service, vocabulary and tasting methodology, professional skills of sommeliers, wine lists, etc.

The pass mark is 60%.

The exam is marked exclusively by the ASI’s CEE (Examination & Education Commission) and not by the national association.

The exam is taken in English